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New Marshal’s Office building opens in Mancos

had a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house Saturday

July 2, 2025

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Man rescued from Ice Lakes Trail after falling 80-100 feet

responders used rope rescue, helicopter to bring hiker to safety

July 2, 2025

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What’s happening this Fourth of July weekend?

Activities include music, games, parades and fireworks

July 2, 2025

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Elizabeth Philbrick sworn in as next La Plata County commissioner

Business owner, mother of two, to fill District 1 seat vacated by Clyde Church

July 2, 2025

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Photo: What a difference water makes

Golfers tee off on green grass Tuesday at Hillcrest Golf Club. A large patch of dry, brittle ground can be…

July 1, 2025

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Phil Weiser undeterred by polling gap in governor’s race

Attorney general says he’ll keep fighting Trump-era overreach despite trailing Bennet

July 1, 2025

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Durango Police Department fleet now about 50% hybrid

costs down $30,000 in 2024 compared to 2022

July 1, 2025

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Stage 1 fire restrictions issued for much of Southwest Colorado

Agencies urge residents, visitors to refrain from certain activities

July 1, 2025

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Appointment process began weeks before La Plata County commissioner formally resigned

Church announced resignation June 21; possible replacements were already teed up

July 1, 2025

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$50,000 grant awarded to preserve wetlands along Animas River

Plata Open Space Conservancy received funds to finance conservation easement for 67-acre property north of Durango

June 30, 2025

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Why did Purgatory Resort owner donate so much in LPEA election?

Coleman gave $20,000 to candidates in co-op board race

June 30, 2025

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Crash leads to rollover on Camino del Rio in Durango

driver cited for improper turn

June 30, 2025

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Settled in silence: How fire departments quietly put out legal fires

recent years, Durango, Los Pinos and Upper Pine agencies have paid thousands to former employees

June 29, 2025

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Meet the candidates hoping to become a La Plata County commissioner

Land-use code, economic growth shared priorities among three hopefuls

June 28, 2025

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Photos: One stitch at a time

Plata Quilters Guild ‘Festival of Color’ 2025 Quilt Show

June 28, 2025

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Compañeros: ICE arrests two workers headed to Pagosa Springs construction site

Detentions mark eighth and ninth apprehended individuals in Durango area

June 28, 2025

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Mesa Verde National Park reports rise in non-native plants, fall in Mancos River

Density of one rare plant species declines

June 27, 2025

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A goodbye note from your local news reporter

Schafir: ‘We thrive when listening and learning. Take advantage of that – and participate in the dialogue’

June 27, 2025

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Power outage lasting nearly 3½ hours hits thousands north of Bayfield

Lakes, Vallecito and Lemon reservoir areas back online

June 27, 2025

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A flicker in the marsh: Building community and learning about La Plata County’s fireflies

Viewing party blends nature, conservation and outdoor play

June 27, 2025

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Durango police officer resigns after being linked to New Mexico DWI scandal

Carr completed training in May, resigned on Wednesday

June 26, 2025

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More Durango visitors booking hotels at last minute

may reflect economic caution – or a thrill of spontaneity

June 26, 2025

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Dolores residents oppose new Dollar General as developer presents his case to County Commission

‘Not consistent with rural character’

June 25, 2025

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‘I’ll side with my district every single time’: U.S. Rep. Jeff Hurd hosts meeting

Conversation covered everything from public land sales to wolves

June 25, 2025

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Seven injured in head-on collision north of Dolores

Patrol: One person flown directly from scene of crash; three from the hospital

June 25, 2025

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Pagosa Springs police investigating alleged arson

caused damage to Archuleta County clerk’s, assessor’s offices

June 25, 2025

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Spring rains spared Southwest Colorado farmers from ‘disaster year’

Wetter-than-average May and June give way to dry, hot summer

June 25, 2025

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Medicaid cuts ‘cruel and unnecessary,’ La Plata County commissioner says

Commissioners pass resolution opposing proposed restrictions to public health insurance program

June 24, 2025

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Rep. Jeff Hurd’s footprint in Washington at six months

Freshman representative has consistently voted with his party, given mixed messages on Trump’s policies

June 24, 2025

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City of Durango preparing simplified budget reporting for residents

‘Popular Annual Financial Report’ to be available later in summer

June 24, 2025